An estimated 3,000 people visit Crosstown Concourse each day, most of them working for or a customer, client or patient of one of the building’s tenants. There are also more than 260 apartments on the property as well as a high school that just opened its doors for its first class of 125 freshmen.

In addition to all the people who visit Crosstown daily since it opened in August 2017, there is also a steady stream of people showing up to do freelance assignments or to work remotely from their employer’s or home office. Getting Started: Business advice for founders

Shannon Little left her job in marketing with the Huey's restaurant chain in Memphis to start her own solo marketing and social media venture. Such ventures at first glance might seem like a dime a dozen, leaving her with a task that had to be addressed before meeting with her first client.

She now handles marketing and social media efforts for several small businesses and is able to juggle all the tasks that go with that because she took the time to form a plan for herself at the very beginning.

"Define your target audience, your offerings and what value those offerings can bring to that audience," Little said, "My business became stronger, and my processes more streamlined, when I was able to define those terms." There are a number of ways to take part in honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy this weekend in Memphis. Happy snowy weekend, Memphis! Here are the five things you won’t want to miss, plus a few extras. Memphis woke up this morning to about half an inch of overnight sleet, a dusting of snow, slick roads, and closed schools. You can keep up with the latest weather-related news here. It's been difficult to get around town on four wheels Friday, but imagine trying to do it with just two.

Some people decided a bike was the best way to brave the ice, and WMC Action News 5 asked some people how they did.

Most people think about driving their car in snowy and icy conditions, realizing you have to take precautions. But bicycle riders have to do the same thing, and there is a place in Midtown that can teach cyclists what to do. Typically, the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday isn't one that prompts people to break out the barbecue grill or the bubbly — because that wasn’t what King cared about.

In this episode, we sit down with Kat Gordon as she explains where the name Muddy’s came from, why she loves learning, and why entrepreneurs should always be informed about the world around them. It’s that time of year, when lovers take the spotlight to revel in their togetherness. Whether you want to plan a pleasant romantic dinner, check out live music, or take a chance on something a little more unconventional – like trivia, burlesque shows, or yoga with craft brews – we’ve got you covered. Dozens of Memphians are coming together to give back over the holiday weekend with the MLK Days of Service.

The goal is for everyone to get involved and give back just like Dr. King did. From January 12th through the 15th, there will be dozens of opportunities for Memphians to further the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by helping make Memphis a better place by volunteering, donating, and attending events.

Tennessee is highly rated in its response to human trafficking cases and has what is considered to be some of the most progressive anti-trafficking legislation in the country. Still, after the tracking and prosecution of perpetrators, victims, many of whom are minors, are left to rebuild their lives with little to no recourse against the people who have exploited them. Dec. 16 — commencement day — marked a memorable milestone for the Leadership Memphis Fast Track Class of 2017.

Thirty-one community leaders became Leadership Memphis alums — committing to digging into long-term work to make Memphis a better place for all citizens. Leadership Memphis is seeking future leaders to participate in the 2018 Spring Fast Track Program, which aims to prepare and mobilize leaders to work together for the good of the entire community. A three-day wine festival is returning to Memphis in March, building on its inaugural offering last year and again steering proceeds to the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis.

In honor of MLK50, thousands of volunteers are expected to participate in the 2nd annual "4 Days of Service" this weekend. Dozens of organizations are joining forces in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

With 2018 just getting into gear, here are some Memphis festivals and celebrations to keep you excited and entertained throughout the new year. There are more than 117 barbecue restaurants in Memphis; more if you count the baby back ribs or chocolate dipped applewood smoked bacon at the Peabody Hotel’s Sunday Brunch. The city is famous for its pork-centric style of ‘cue, where they’re best known for their slow-cooked ribs (either served “dry” or “wet”—sloshed in a tangy sauce) and their slow-smoked pork shoulder barbecue sandwiches. More power to anyone strong enough to withstand the meat sweats-inducing challenge of trying out all 117 restaurants while in town (although many of them now ship around the US!), but there are only 10 essential stops necessary for completing a successful barbecue crawl through Memphis during your trip. Happy Friday Memphis, and welcome to our first weekend of 2018! Here is a list of Memphis drink specials, pint nights, wine specials, and more, listed by day of the week.

Happy hours that happen every day are not included on this list, so head to this post – in the first section – to see that humongous list. I don’t have all the Saturday and Sunday brunch drink specials on here, but we may add the best ones in at some point.
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